February, 2025

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Shea Butter: A Heritage of Craft, Commerce, and Survival

For centuries, African women have crafted shea butter by hand—now, as global demand soars, who truly benefits from this billion-dollar industry?
Avatar photo Thelma Ideozu
7 min read
Dr. Eyitemi Fasanu

What Dr. Eyitemi Fasanu Thinks About Africa’s Power Funding Puzzle

Limited funding and high capital costs hinder Africa’s clean energy expansion. Dr. Eyitemi Fasanu explores solutions to bridge the investment gap.
The Publishers
10 min read
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The Financial Imbalance in Congo Basin Conservation

Funding gaps threaten the Congo Basin’s ability to absorb carbon, protect biodiversity, and sustain millions who depend on its resources.
Portrait of Victoria Agbakwuru Victoria Agbakwuru
5 min read
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How Morocco’s Family Code Reform Reshaped Women’s Rights

The 2004 reform empowered Moroccan women with new legal rights, yet persistent cultural barriers and uneven enforcement still hinder progress.
Avatar photo Naomi Ayibaemi Frank-Opigo
5 min read
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Does ESG Reporting Reflect Real Progress or Just Corporate Greenwashing?

Many companies promote ESG initiatives, but are their reports accurate reflections of real change or just carefully crafted narratives hiding the...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
7 min read

How Betty Wandia Githinji is Shaping Eco-Conscious Living Through Design in Kenya

Betty’s designs fuse African craftsmanship with practical, mindful living—creating functional pieces that preserve culture and empower local communities.
The Publishers
9 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Is Africa’s Digital Expansion a Double-Edged Sword?

While digital growth promises economic opportunities, its environmental costs and social gaps raise critical questions about long-term benefits.
Avatar photo Adetumilara Adetayo
6 min read